Paul Stuart Sykes Riquelme has been named the inaugural general manager of Banyan Tree Dubai, marking the hotel's initial significant announcement since it came under the management of Ennismore/Banyan Group. Located on Bluewaters, the hotel aims to offer an urban retreat that seamlessly combines the warmth of Middle Eastern hospitality, Asian refinement, and modern luxury under Sykes Riquelme's leadership.
With the progressive worldwide expansion, global hospitality management group The Lux Collective is pleased to announce the appointment of Oliviero Cassini as Chief Development Officer - EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa), based in Dubai.
Minor Hotels is set to expand its presence in the United Arab Emirates with the opening of the luxurious Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat. Slated to open in the fourth quarter of 2023, this exclusive 22-key resort is situated in Ghantoot, a serene coastal area nestled midway between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The resort offers panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf, distanced from the bustling cityscapes. Conveniently located, it is a 25-minute drive from Dubai's Al Maktoum International Airport and 35 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Millennium Plaza Downtown Dubai has appointed Bob Busman as director of operations, bringing with him over two decades of experience in the hospitality sector across Europe and the Middle East.
Timur Sentuerk joined Kempinski in 2022 having previously gathered senior management experience at iconic hospitality brands including The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Oberoi Hotels and Langham Hospitality Group. Appointed as Chief Operating Officer, Europe, Middle East & Africa, he has been instrumental over the past two years to the operational success within the two regions and managed the regional offices in both Europe and MEA.
The new 466-key InterContinental Resort Portofino, The Heart of Europe will open its doors in early 2026 on The World Islands Dubai, strengthening IHG Hotels & Resorts luxury and leisure portfolio in the region
Radisson Blu Resort, Fujairah has appointed Marie Bernadette Ortiguerra as marketing & communications manager.
Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach has appointed Ahmad Ghosheh as director of sales and marketing, bringing with him over two decades of experience.
The hotel offers a unique blend of modern designs, local flavors, and a relaxing infinity pool, all within proximity to the bustling souks and markets.
Mohammed Ali is the new director of security. With over 15 years of dedicated service in the security sector within the UAE, Ali has served as director of security since 2015. He previously worked at The Ritz Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal, where he held the position of multi-property director of loss prevention, overseeing operations at both The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal and Marriott Al Forsan.
Jean-Paul Slap is the new director of rooms. Slap brings an impressive background of over 20 years in the hospitality industry, having gained experience across Singapore, Belgium, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Austria, where he has assumed various welcome office roles, such as director of rooms, executive assistant manager overseeing rooms, and resort manager, among others.
Wright boasts more than 15 years of extensive experience in the hospitality industry, with a specific focus on food and beverage operations. He commenced his managerial journey a decade ago at the Pullman DCC hotel in Dubai. Over the course of the past decade, Wright has honed his skills in various international locations, including Bangkok, where he contributed to the success of Novotel.
Hyatt Centric Jumeirah proudly announces the appointment of Jose Rocha as the new Director of Operations and Culinary Operations. With a stellar 34-year career within the Hyatt family, Jose brings extensive expertise to his role.
IHG Hotels at Dubai Festival City has appointed Pranav Vohra as the new Cluster Commercial Director in a strategic shift towards holistic revenue generation for the four flagship hotels in the region. Vohra's distinguished career in commercial management, including senior roles at esteemed hotel properties, showcases a proven track record of exceptional performance. His extensive experience spans international markets, demonstrating a keen understanding of the nuances of diverse regions.
Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers and Novotel and Ibis Abu Dhabi Gate have appointed Sushanth Nambiar as cluster general manager.
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has appointed Radi Ali Baz as director of sales and marketing. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Baz began his journey in hospitality in 2003 in Egypt.
Fairmont Hotels and Resorts has appointed Stefanie Trombetta as cluster director of revenue for Fairmont Dubai, Ajman, and Fujairah. In her role, Trombetta will lead revenue optimisation initiatives, drawing on her extensive industry expertise to guide department heads towards maximising revenue opportunities.
Now officially open to guests, Marjan Island Resort & Spa has been rebranded to Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island.
With passion in hospitality, technology and sales, Madhav Baru Venkata joined FutureLog in October 2023 as Director-Business Development(MEA) and responsible for GCC & Africa. Previously he held executive sales roles at notable hospitality technology brands such as Infor and IDS Next.
Millennium Plaza Downtown Hotel Dubai has promoted Jan Attallah to director of sales & marketing.